2007 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser. 2005 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Primera | 2005 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Primera | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
